Buckshott Fell and Edmondbyers Common Trail
Buckshott Fell and Edmondbyers Common Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Natural
Buckshott Fell and Edmondbyers Common Trail
Mountain biking
4.9
(34)
This Highlight goes through a protected area
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North Pennines National Landscape
Tips
October 25, 2018
Mountain biking
Run from east to west it's broadly downhill single and doubletrack with glorious views. It's a total dream of a trail, with the odd ford to keep you interested and your toes nicely moist.
June 23, 2020
Mountain biking
July 9, 2021
Mountain biking
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Distance 5.39 km
Uphill 0 m
Downhill 170 m
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